MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,643 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.
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Y281 RNU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y281 RNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of Y281 RNU?
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What year was Y281 RNU registered?
Y281 RNU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 June 2001.
Is Y281 RNU safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y281 RNU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does Y281 RNU have outstanding finance?
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